Wednesday, April 4, 2012

Spring Break with Nee Nee

When we had a change of plans and I decided not to go with Ryan to Florida for a conference, I knew that I didn't want to be in Shreveport alone the whole time.  James was also on spring break from Mother's Day Out and still wasn't walking so I KNEW that we were going to need some extra entertainment and help. So... who better to come to visit than Granny Deb! (better known as "Nee Nee")   Within twenty-four hours of her getting here she had bribed James into walking again!  We spent the week together doing all sorts of fun things. 

Hurray! Granny Deb is here to see me! 
We did some shopping around town. 

Cool tiger 
James talked to Pappy on the phone. 


We used my coupon to Orange Leaf.  Not ever going there again- unfriendly people and no high chairs. 


A new way of carrying the kid 

Practicing those golf skills 
We made some spring-time cookies.  James always begs for cookies, but he doesn't even like to eat them. 



Eating just the icing. A child after my own heart. 

Decorating 


We spent a morning at the Norton Art Gallery gardens.  We had quite the adventure trying to keep James still for pictures.  Who would have ever known he hadn't been walking for the past five weeks??? 









After we went to lunch at one of my new favorite places: Counter Culture.  That turkey melt is goooood! 
James and Granny shared a humphrey 


We also had to stop by Rollin' in the Dough (on another day of course) 
So yummy 

We had our follow up appointment with the orthopedic doctor for more x-rays.  The good news is that the leg is doing better.  I love how you go to those "specialists" and you wait forever and then they spend less than five minutes with you.   And yes I'm married to a specialist and I let him know my thoughts about all that. :) 


We were so glad when Ryan got back from Florida! 


We also made a trip to Gators and Friends 










We got to hold a baby alligator! James touched it and said, "Ewwwww". Don't think he was too impressed. 

First horse ride 



James, put that thing down! Lol
The other big adventure of the week was discovering the water hose or the "wah ho" as James calls it.


It started off as this: 

And then quickly became this: 


Daddy don't make me stop! 
It was a great week together and I was very thankful to not have to entertain James all by myself.  Thanks so much mom for your help!  We love and appreciate you so much! 





Thursday, March 29, 2012

19 Months

Well I am a little behind on the blog! James this past month has been somewhat of a challenge.  Your broken leg definitely put a damper on some things but thankfully it's finally on the mend. I have allowed you to watch way too much television and eat too many ice cream cones since I felt sorry for you.  We are going to have to get you back on track ASAP! Your dad and I have loved this phase of life for many reasons.  We love seeing your personality start to really show itself.  You are such a sweet boy and everyone loves you.  Your teachers say you are one of the best behaved which is pretty funny since you were also the most difficult little baby for so long whenever we would go somewhere.  I'm just praying that you keep on behaving!  You are getting your final set of molars and then we are done with teething!!!! You also have started to get a sense of humor and like to try to be funny.  Of course your "jokes" are a little different sometimes. For instances the other day you thought it was hilarious to call your dad a potato! We can't believe how your language has continued to grow.  Every day you say more words.  We can't keep up with all the new things that you are doing and learning.  Your dad and I love you so much and are so thankful for the way you challenge us as well as the joy you bring to our house each day.  

Stats: about the same weight and height, however you feel REALLY heavy since your mama has had to carry you everywhere every day!!!  You have moved up to a size 7 shoe and still wear 24 months to 2T clothing.  

Likes: airplanes, trucks, cars, trash cans, playing with Legos, pretending to play hide-and-seek, stroller rides (only since you couldn't walk, you always hated the stroller before), play dates with friends and all animals, especially dogs and turtles. 

Dislikes: brushing your teeth, putting your clothes on, being away from your mom for any reason

A few memories over the past month: 


You got several get well packages.  Granny even sent you a sweet potato which you loved Haha! 

This guy came in a REALLY big box! 
This rocking chair came all the way from Nicaragua via NC.  I asked Granny Deb to get it for you  on her last mission trip. 

I wanted our kids to have something from Nicaragua since it is such a special place to our family.

We had a fun time celebrating St. Patrick's Day as a family. 

We all wore green and went to McAlisters for free cookies!
You LOVE to read.  Some days we read at least 30 books...or more. 


Playing with your trucks...and your leg is starting to heal! :)